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EctropiumH02.1

Author:Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

Last updated on: 29.10.2020

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DefinitionThis section has been translated automatically.

Outward reversal, inversion of the eyelid of different genesis. A distinction is made between:

Ectropium cicatricans due to scar traction
Ectropium paralyticum due to facial paralysis
Ectropium senile due to senile flaccidity
Ectropium spasticum due to orbicular spasm in blepharitis.

Operative therapieThis section has been translated automatically.

Operative correction according to Szymanowsky-Kuhnt, ophthalmological care.

Ensure sufficient supply of artificial tear fluid (e.g. Liquifilm eye drops, Oculotect eye drops).

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer